The Allure Podcast

EIC Michelle Lee sat down with professional makeup artist Patrick Ta, the man behind some of Shay Mitchell and Gigi Hadid’s most IG-worthy looks, to chat about his new makeup collection, how to get the perfect glow, and how to build something original from scratch in the beauty industry.Patrick Ta's Collection: https://patrickta.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We interviewed Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness a few days after the release of his new book "Over the Top." On his Netflix series, he is a beacon of light and positivity who truly helps people recognize the beauty in themselves. In real life, he's just as wonderful -- a deep pool of curiosity and knowledge about so many things, as anyone who's heard his podcast, "Getting Curious," knows. Listen as we chat about everything from toxic masculinity to his amazing skin-care routine. Enjoy!Resources:Over the Top: A Raw Journey to Self-Love by Jonathan Van Ness See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Body positivity to me means being able to love yourself as you are right now. So that doesn't mean [like] I love myself when I can fit into this dress..." This episode, Michelle and Tess Holliday caught up right in the midst of New York Fashion Week. Fashion, beauty, and culture at large are experiencing this tipping point in which this model, activist, and industry influencer is intimately connected. The air is ripe for self-acceptance, for self-care, and for self-love — finally, and these two are so here for it. A woman who radiates charisma and kindness, Tess is an inspiring, honest, and all-around empowering force for change. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode, Michelle caught up with Patrick Starrr. He was in LA, and Michelle was in her office in New York - but we made it happen! Patrick is part of this cultural change - this seismic shift - where we’re making a space for everyone in our world of beauty. We're really excited for you all to hear about his journey, his point-of-view on the industry today, and the ways he is working to change and shift culture even further.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The third episode of the podcast features Bozoma Saint John. Bozoma has become one of the most influential marketers of our generation working at companies like Pepsi, Beats, and now as the Chief Marketing Officer at Endeavor, a global media agency. And in the process, she’s broken down numerous barriers: becoming one of the few black women to make it to the C-suite in Silicon Valley, promoting self-acceptance and self-worth and showing us what it means to be both powerful and vulnerable in her career. "She’s one of the most inspiring speakers I’ve ever seen whether at an event OR recording a podcast on the sofa in my office," says Michelle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Gone are the days when women were expected to be coy — even lie — about their real age, as though it’s a shameful secret. Today, the conversation around getting older is changing — and some of the sharpest minds in the business are leading the discussion. In the second episode of Allure’s new podcast, our guest Maye Musk reveals her own story with editor in chief Michelle Lee — a story that, as you’ll hear, shows the cultural impact of increased representation for age groups that have historically been neglected, particularly as it pertains to beauty. An impossibly charming and successful woman, 70-year-old Maye reveals how her professional and personal experiences shaped her career, her approach to parenting, and, of course, her beauty must-haves. And don’t forget to catch up on our very first episode below!Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Ulta Beauty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the first installment, Youtube-rapper-turned-blockbuster-star Awkwafina (who you likely laughed out loud at in Oceans 8 and Crazy Rich Asians) opens up about her meteoric rise, the importance of representation, her beauty routine and... slime. Clearly, there is never a dull moment.Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Ulta Beauty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.